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Passion, Patience Infused into Chicago BBQ Ribs

Tom Ferguson, owner or Chicago BBQ Company out of Burr Ridge, is one of eight ribbers that will be at this year's Rockin' Ribfest.

Lake in the Hills Patch interviewed several of the vendors who will be bringing their famous ribs to this year's Rockin' Ribfest, scheduled for July 7 through 10. Here is today's profile.

Tom Ferguson learned the fine art of low and slow smoke cooking at the age of 10.

Since then he's spent a lifetime creating the barbecue style behind Chicago BBQ Company.

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Chicago BBQ Company is one of eight ribbers participating in the Lake in the Hills Rockin' Ribfest, scheduled for July 7 to 10, at Sunset Park, 5200 Miller Road.

Ferguson opened his grilling business in 1985.

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He started traveling around the country competing in rib festivals in 1988. He uses fresh ingredients and prepares each dish with an infusion of patience and passion.

To read more about Lake in the Hills Rockin' Ribfest, visit our Lake in the Hills Patch article.

Check back to LITH Patch tomorrow for a new ribber profile. Here are the profiles that posted so far:


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